This program is designed to provide students with entry-level skills in the fields of mechanical, electrical, civil and architectural drafting and/or design.

The Certificate of Achievement can be obtained upon completion of the 31-31.5-unit major. The Associate in Science can be obtained by completing the 31-31.5-unit major, General Education, and electives as needed to complete a minimum of 60 units. All courses in the major must be completed with a minimum grade of C or a P if the course is taken on a Pass/ No Pass basis.

Program Outcomes

Students who complete the Drafting and Design Technician Certificate of Achievement/Associate will be able to:

🗸 Demonstrate proficiency using industry-standard computer-aided drafting/design CAD (AutoCAD) software program.

🗸 Demonstrate proficiency at reading, drawing, and dimensioning industry-standard mechanical drawings.

🗸 Demonstrate proficiency at reading, drawing, and dimensioning industry-standard civil drawings.

🗸 Demonstrate proficiency at reading, drawing, and dimensioning industry-standard electronic drawings.

🗸 Demonstrate proficiency at reading, drawing, and dimensioning industry-standard architectural drawings.

This program is designed to develop technical and communication skills required for management support. Computer literacy, keyboarding skills, document formatting, proofreading and grammatical skills, presentation skills, spreadsheet, and organizational skills are emphasized.

A Certificate of Achievement can be obtained by completing the 30.5-unit major. All courses for the major must be completed with a minimum grade of C or a P if the course is taken on a Pass/No Pass basis.

Program Learning Outcomes

🗸 Demonstrate mastery of the alpha and numeric typewriting keyboard.

🗸 Develop a high degree of competency and a broad knowledge of skills as they relate to general office procedures.

🗸 Demonstrate mastery in the keyboarding of correspondence, manuscripts, and compositions under timed conditions with established accuracy and formatting standards using proper techniques.

The art digital media program prepares students for entry-level employment in the digital media industry with a specialization in digital imaging. This program of study will provide students with the design and technical skills needed for creating non-linear interactive digital media. Students will participate in a collaborative team-oriented learning experience that mirrors the multimedia industry design and production process. Additionally, students will explore multimedia career opportunities and develop a professional portfolio for entry into the workforce.

To earn a certificate of achievement, students must complete each course used to meet a certificate requirement with a “C” grade or higher. Required courses are available in the evening and during the day.

Students completing the program will be able to...

- create digital images suitable for printing or multimedia applications.

- evaluate digital images for effective design.

- create graphic design projects.

- build foundation knowledge in digital media production.

- qualify for entry-level employment in the art digital media field.

- gain skills in specific digital media applications.

Marketing involves a variety of activities including selection of target customer, product development, promotion, pricing and distribution. It applies equally to services, ideas, non-profit organizations, and the individual.

A Certificate of Achievement can be obtained by completing the 30-unit major. All courses for this major must be completed with a minimum grade of C or a P if the course is taken on a Pass/No Pass basis.

Program Learning Outcomes

🗸 Develop a marketing plan for a business using the fundamental elements of the marketing mix.

🗸 Apply advertising principles to promote a firm's image and product/service offering.

🗸 Apply marketing research principles to a company's product or service.

This program is designed for those planning to start their own business, buy an existing business, buy a franchise, or who already own their own business. This option emphasizes learning the concepts and practical skills necessary to be a successful, professional entrepreneur. Specifically designed for working adults, the courses emphasize a systematic approach to business which focuses on the integration of theoretical and practical skills.

A Certificate of Achievement can be obtained by completing the 26-27-unit major. All courses for this major must be completed with a minimum grade of C or a P if the course is taken on a Pass/No Pass basis.

Program Learning Outcomes

🗸 Demonstrate oral and written skills unique in the business community.

🗸 Apply leadership, ethical standards, and team building skills necessary for managerial positions in the 21st century.

🗸 Conduct a personal SWOT analysis for a future small business venture.

🗸 Use basic computation skills to analyze and solve business problems requiring the use of mathematics.

🗸 Design a comprehensive business plan for a future small business venture.

🗸 Demonstrate the ability to use technology in analyzing and solving business problems.

Designed to serve the needs of the employees and employers within the retail industry. The program provides the knowledge and skills needed to prepare students for both entry level jobs and upward mobility opportunities in this dynamic and ever changing segment of our economy. Program emphasis is placed on professional and career development.

A Certificate of Achievement in Retail Management can be obtained by completing the 25-unit major. All courses for this major must be completed with a minimum grade of C or a P if the course is taken on a Pass/No Pass basis.

This program is approved by the Western Association of food chains for awarding of the industry WAFC Certificate.

Program Learning Outcomes

🗸 Use basic computation skills to analyze and solve business problems requiring the use of mathematics.

🗸 Demonstrate the ability to use technology in analyzing and solving business problems.

🗸 Design a comprehensive business plan for a future small business venture.

🗸 Conduct a personal SWOT analysis for a future small business venture.

🗸 Demonstrate oral and written skills unique in the business community.

🗸 Apply leadership, ethical standards, and team building skills necessary for managerial positions in the 21st century.

This program is designed to emphasize training to improve thought processes and to provide familiarity with the analytical tools of management, sound decision-making, and how to get things done through and with people. Also, this option is designed for initial employment upon graduation and for job advancement opportunities.

A Certificate of Achievement can be obtained by completing the 21-unit major. All courses for this major must be completed with a minimum grade of C or a P if the course is taken on a Pass/No Pass basis.

Program Learning Outcomes

🗸 Apply leadership, ethical standards, and team building skills necessary for managerial positions in the 21st century.

🗸 Use basic computation skills to analyze and solve business problems requiring the use of mathematics.

🗸 Conduct a personal SWOT analysis for a future small business venture.

🗸 Design a comprehensive business plan for a future small business venture.

🗸 Demonstrate oral and written skills unique in the business community.

🗸 Demonstrate the ability to use technology in analyzing and solving business problems.

This program provides essential background information needed by those wishing to work in an insurance office. Extensive employment opportunities are available in a variety of job areas from sales to accounting to database or project management.

The Certificate of Achievement can be obtained by completing the 30-unit major. All courses within the major must be completed with a minimum grade of C or P if the course is taken on a Pass/No Pass basis.

Program Learning Outcomes

🗸 Understand the financial and human consequences of loss. Proper and casualty exposures.

🗸 Understand what are the risk management techniques available to handle exposure to loss and the use of risk modification.

🗸 Understand the insurance process, the segments of insurance, and the consequences of insurance contracts in mitigating loss.

🗸 Understand the exposures to loss faced by an individual and/or corporation.

🗸 Apply the insurance principles in potential and real business and personal loss exposures.

This program is designed for business students planning to transfer to the University of California and/or the California State University systems.

A Certificate of Achievement can be obtained by completing the 23-24-unit major. All courses in the major must be completed with a minimum grade of C or a P if the course is taken on a Pass/No Pass basis.

Program Learning Outcomes

🗸 Recognize and describe the importance of marketing, law, economics, accounting, business administration, finance, risk analysis, and personal management in business and formulate hypotheses based on these concepts.

The California State University Certificate of Achievement is appropriate for students planning to transfer to a campus in the California State University system. Following this pattern of CSU requirements, will permit students to transfer from Napa Valley College to a California State University (CSU) campus without the need, after transfer, to take additional lower division, general education courses to satisfy general education requirements. A minimum of 39 total units is required and for each area a specific number of units must be completed. Courses may be listed in more than one area, but shall not be counted in more than one area, unless otherwise noted. A grade of “C-” or higher (or “P” Pass) is required for A1, A2, A3, and B4 courses.

Program Learning Outcomes:

- Written Communication & Critical Thinking (NVC Area D1, NVC Area D3, IGETC Area 1, CSU Area A)

       - Create and communicate thoughts, ideas, and information effectively.

       - Read and interpret college-level texts.

       - Conduct research and obtain information from reliable sources.

- Physical and Biological Sciences, Mathematics and Quantitative Reasoning (NVC Area A, IGETC Area 5, CSU Area B1 and B2 NVC Area D2, IGETC Area 2, CSU Area B4)

       - Apply scientific principles to measure and observe the physical world.

       - Understand the relationship between human behavior and the physical environment.

       - Analyze, evaluate, and synthesize information.

       - Conduct calculations and solve problems using quantitative reasoning.

- Social Sciences, Behavioral Sciences (NVC Area B, IGETC Area 4, CSU Area D and E)

       - Evaluate and apply the principles and methodologies used by the social and behavioral sciences.

       - Examine issues in their contemporary as well as historical settings and in a variety of cultural contexts.

- Arts & Humanities (NVC Area C, IGETC Area 3, CSU Area C)

       - Understand and appreciate artistic expression and the role of art in culture, history, and social critique.

       - Identify unique features among various cultures.

       - Describe and demonstrate intercultural competency.

- Self-Development (CSU Area E, NVC PE/Health Education requirement)

        - Advance individual knowledge, skills, and abilities.

        - Set goals and develop plans to achieve them.

        - Receive constructive criticism and respond appropriately.